Business Development Assistant

Description:

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Business Development Assistant to support our procurement and commercial operations for various agriculture products. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing field procurement, coordinating with farmers and vendors, overseeing labor, and ensuring timely and efficient handling of agricultural goods. This is a field-intensive role that requires strong communication, coordination, and organizational skills.

Key Responsibilities:

- Source and procure various agriculture products from farmers and local suppliers across different regions of Pakistan.

- Build and maintain strong working relationships with farmers, local vendors, and market agents.

- Conduct field visits to assess product quality, negotiate pricing, and finalize procurement deals.

- Arrange and manage labor teams for repacking, loading/unloading, and transportation of agriculture products.

- Supervise repacking and quality assurance processes at collection or warehouse points.

- Coordinate with transport and logistics departments to ensure timely dispatch and delivery.

- Maintain clear and organized procurement records, including purchase details, weights, and transportation logs.

- Monitor seasonal trends, market rates, and competitor activities to provide timely insights for business growth.

- Prepare and submit daily activity, expense, and procurement reports to the head office.

- Support the business and commercial team in all agriculture product-related initiatives and administrative tasks.

Requirements:

- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture (BS Agriculture)

- Minimum 2 years of experience in procurement of agriculture products

- Experience in handling field operations, labor management, and logistics coordination.

- Excellent negotiation and interpersonal communication skills

- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

- Valid driving license is mandatory

- Willingness to travel frequently within the country for procurement and field operations